SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1BFB
GENODES1BFB belongs to Baienfurter Bank EG in Baienfurt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODES1BFB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODES1 |
| Branch code | BFB |
| Bank | Baienfurter Bank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Baienfurt |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Baienfurter Bank EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GENO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BFB Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind SWIFT code GENODES1BFB?
GENODES1BFB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Baienfurter Bank EG, part of Baienfurter Bank EG in Baienfurt, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Baienfurter Bank EG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODES1BFB is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Baienfurter Bank EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter GENODES1BFB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODES1BFB against the details from Baienfurter Bank EG before sending.
What does each part of GENODES1BFB mean?
GENO is the institution code of Baienfurter Bank EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, S1 is the code for the city or region and BFB is the code of the branch Baienfurter Bank EG.
Can I use GENODES1 instead of GENODES1BFB?
GENODES1 is the main office of Baienfurter Bank EG, while GENODES1BFB is Baienfurter Bank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODES1BFB.
Do I need GENODES1BFB to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODES1BFB.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.